MYRModel Year Report

2002 Chevrolet Suburban 2500

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2002 Chevrolet Suburban 2500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:44:37.001Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
33
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

61% of complaints

Complaints per year

1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1996: 1 complaint 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1999: 12 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 34 complaints 2002: 33 complaints 2002 33 2003: 21 complaints 2004: 20 complaints 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2008: 7 complaints 2009: 1 complaint 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints
1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 12 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 34 complaints 2002: 33 complaints 2002 33 2003: 21 complaints 2004: 20 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2008: 7 complaints 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2010: 5 complaints 2011: 7 complaints 2011
1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 12 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 34 complaints 2001 2002: 33 complaints 2002 33 2003: 21 complaints 2003 2004: 20 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2008: 7 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints 2011

2002: 33 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19945
19954
19961
19971
19981
199912
20007
200134
200233
200321
200420
20056
20062
20087
20091
20105
20117

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

61% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

Show complaint excerpts

After so long ignoring the smell in my cab, I decided to get it checked out at benny's exhaust in bristol, tn, and found that exhaust manifold head bolts broke off on both sides of engine.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-25

Crank position sensor failure resulting in sudden engine stall while driving in certain GM vehicles equipped with 8.1L engines.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-08-17

Electrical system

18% · 6 reports
Show complaint excerpts

2002 chevy suburban with 8.1L motor randomly shuts down at highway speeds or in traffic without warning which causes loss of steering and braking. I have had 3 separate dealers look at it and the "Codes" Never reflect what happened.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-06-02

Service brakes

18% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

While driving the vehicle, the brake lines along the frame rail under the driver's side of the vehicle failed. The lines burst and a loss of fluid caused the brake pedal to go to the floor.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-05

Launching boat at the ramp when brake line ruptured and I lost all pedal. Under drivers side door in the same spot as my 2005 2500 hd chevy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-09-10

Engine

9% · 3 reports

Tires

3% · 1 report

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2007-05-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-09-14 Trailer hitch receiver failure
  2. I
    2007-09-14Engineering analysisClosed 2008-09-12 Trailer hitch receiver failure

Buy-smart checklist

2002 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 2500?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 61% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.